Before the home search begins, your real estate agent will want to know as much as possible about the features and amenities you desire. To help your agent better serve you, analyze what you want and what you need in a home's features and amenities.

Features:

Age: Do you prefer historic properties, or newer ones?

Style: Do you have a special preference for ranches, bungalows, or another style of construction?

Bedrooms: How many?

Bathrooms: How many? Are they updated?

Living and Dining Areas: A traditional, formal layout, or a more open, contemporary plan?